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    a^(2^n) | 
  2010-10-22 | 
   
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  From Tim: I am trying to understand a^(2^n). 
The hint they give is a^(2^(n+1)) = (a^(2^n))^2
I am writing a program that will solve a^(2^n) recursively but need to
understand the power before I begin. 
I am currently pursuing writing (a) x (a^(2^(n-1))) where the 
(a^(2^(n-1))) would be the recursive function call a n approaches 0.
Once n is 0, the result would be multiplied by a two more times.
Anyway, explaining these powers would be appreciated. I will most likely
complete the program before the answer but I want to understand the 
logic of these powers. Thank you, Tim Answered by Stephen La Rocque. | 
   
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